Appoints

Governor Roy Cooper Appoints Judge Douglas Green as New Superior Court Judge in Alamance County

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Raleigh, N.C. — Governor Roy Cooper has announced the appointment of Judge Douglas Green to the superior court bench of Alamance County’s District 17, following the retirement of Judge Tom Lambeth. The appointment marks a significant advancement in Judge Green’s extensive legal career. Judge Green, who has been serving as a district court judge within the same district, brings a wealth of experience to his new role. His diverse background in law includes a notable tenure as an assistant attorney general for the North Carolina Department of Justice. Furthermore, Green’s contributions to the regional legal … Read more

Donald Trump Appoints Alina Habba as Counselor to the President, Citing Her ‘Unwavering Loyalty’ and Legal Prowess

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WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump has announced Alina Habba, his personal lawyer, as the new counselor to the president. This appointment, shared via Trump’s Truth Social platform, underscores the close relationship and trust between Trump and Habba, who has been deeply involved in his legal and political endeavors. Trump extolled Habba as a “tireless advocate for justice” and an “invaluable advisor” during his campaign and transition period. He praised her dedication and unwavering loyalty throughout his legal challenges, highlighting her role in combating what he terms the “weaponization of the ‘injustice’ system.” Habba has not … Read more

Trump Appoints Crypto Advocate Paul Atkins to Transform SEC and Foster Innovative Financial Markets

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WASHINGTON — In a strategic shift that could shape the future trajectory of U.S. financial oversight, President-elect Donald Trump has announced his tap of Paul Atkins, a known financial deregulation advocate and cryptocurrency proponent, as the next head of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This move signals a potential overhaul of the regulatory landscape currently helmed by Gary Gensler, who has been noted for his stringent crackdown on the cryptocurrency industry during the Joe Biden administration. Paul Atkins, a seasoned figure in financial regulatory circles, has previously served as an SEC commissioner. His … Read more

Trump Appoints Family Member Massad Boulos as Middle East Advisor

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Washington, D.C. – In a recent appointment that underscores the enmeshing of family ties and presidential advisory roles, President Donald Trump has appointed Massad Boulos, a relative by marriage, as an adviser on Middle East affairs. This decision marks another instance wherein the President has selected a family member to participate in national and international policy making, a practice that has been both criticized and defended throughout his administration. Massad Boulos, who is married to Tiffany Trump’s sister-in-law, comes to this position with a background that includes significant business experience in the region. His involvement … Read more